GIS Technical Specialist

Job Description – GIS Technical Specialist Experience Overall 10–14 years in the IT / Telecom industry Min 5 years of hands-on GIS development experience (Mandatory) Min 5 years of Technical Project Management / Delivery Management experience Hands-on experience in Jira for project management, tracking, and delivery governance Working knowledge of Azure DevOps (ADO) in the context of cloud migration and application modernization projects- Knowledge Domain: GIS, Telecom (BSS/OSS), Network Spatial Systems Job Summary We are looking for a seasoned GIS Technical Lead with strong experience in GIS development and Technical Project Management. The candidate must have a hands-on GIS project development background combined with proven ability to lead delivery, validate technical work, and drive end-to-end project execution. This role requires a technically grounded professional who can bridge the project management layer with the engineering team. Candidate will own project plans, tracking execution through Jira, supporting cloud migration delivery through Azure DevOps, validating technical deliverables, and managing stakeholders across geographies. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end delivery of GIS and Telecom projects from initiation through closure, ensuring alignment with scope, timeline, quality, and delivery commitments. Prepare, maintain, and track detailed project plans, schedules, milestones, dependencies, and delivery trackers, ensure proactive monitoring and timely course correction throughout the project lifecycle. Lead, track, and validate the team's technical work and deliverables to ensure alignment with the project plan and quality standards. Drive day-to-day project management, execution, and delivery tracking through Jira i.e. manage Epics, Features, User Stories, Tasks, Bugs, backlogs, sprint plans, boards, and release trackers. Build and maintain Jira dashboards, queries, and reports to provide real-time delivery visibility to leadership and customer stakeholders. Drive sprint ceremonies (planning, stand-ups, reviews, retrospectives) and ensure Jira is kept current and accurate as the single source of truth for delivery status. Leverage Azure DevOps (ADO) for cloud migration and application modernization workstreams including repo, pipeline, and release coordination with the engineering team where applicable. Coordinate closely with developers, technical leads, and solution architects to review technical work products, validate solution approaches, and provide structured inputs on GIS architecture, integration, and implementation. Leverage hands-on GIS development experience to engage in technical discussions, review code/design where required, and guide the team on implementation decisions. Monitor project risks, dependencies, issues, and change requests thus proactively drive mitigation, resolution, and escalation. Conduct project governance forums, steering reviews, and status meetings including agendas, MoMs, and follow-up actions. Prepare executive-level presentations, project status reports, governance updates, and stakeholder decks using advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills. Drive structured stakeholder communication across business users, delivery teams, vendors, and leadership to ensure transparency and timely escalation. Ensure adherence to delivery processes, SDLC, quality standards, documentation requirements, and customer compliance expectations. Coordinate effectively in multicultural and global delivery environments, including onsite engagements with customers across geographies. Required Qualifications 10–14 years of overall experience in the IT / Telecom industry. Min 5 years of hands-on GIS development experience covering Telecom GIS, geospatial solutions, utility mapping, network spatial systems, or related. 5 years of subsequent experience in Technical Project Management / Delivery Management roles, leading medium to large-scale GIS or Telecom initiatives. Proven hands-on experience in Jira, managing work items, backlogs, sprints, boards, dashboards, and reports independently as a delivery owner. Working knowledge of Azure DevOps (ADO) in the context of cloud migration, application modernization, and CI/CD-based delivery models. Strong experience in project plan preparation, milestone tracking, dependency management, and delivery monitoring across the full project lifecycle. Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum delivery practices and sprint-based governance. Strong understanding of GIS domain and exposure to Telecom BSS, OSS, and network spatial systems. Hands-on technical background in software development, application design, integration, or related technical roles relevant to GIS environments. Strong understanding of SDLC, implementation methodologies, project governance, risk management, and delivery management practices. Strong documentation, Excel, and PowerPoint skills. Ability to build trackers, dashboards, status reports, and executive-quality presentations. Proven ability to manage customer-facing projects, cross-functional teams, and multiple stakeholders across business and technology functions. Experience working across multiple accounts and geographies, with direct onsite customer-facing exposure. Ability to work smoothly in multicultural environments, understanding different work cultures, communication styles, and stakeholder expectations. Excellent presentation, written and verbal communication, flexibility, and adaptability. Preferred Qualifications B.Tech / B.E. in Computer Science, Electronics, Information Technology, or related discipline. Project management certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, Agile/Scrum, or equivalent. Exposure to cloud migration, enterprise application modernization, or managed services delivery models.